A citadel, several kingships, an exceptional panoramic view !
When you arrive in Collioure, you can’t miss this exceptional building, an impressive monument plunged into the Mediterranean, overlooking the village and the sea.
Venture within the castle walls and embark on an exciting journey through the ages. The Counts of Roussillon and Aragon take us into their royal apartments. The Kings of Majorca invite us to their reception room. We dive into the immersive world of Explora, to continue with the exhibition on the Spanish Republicans.
There’s a change of scenery as we take in the 360° view from the rampart walk !
The château is like a historic "mille-feuille" built over 6 centuries and under 3 different nationalities !
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Visiting the Château Royal with a guide is a must !
You won’t experience your time at this castle in the same way.
The château, Collioure’s historic millefeuille
The Counts of Roussillon and the Kings of Aragon were behind the development of the Château Royal. Between 1276 and 1344, the Château Royal was used as a summer residence by the court of the Kings of Majorca, who helped to renovate the castle. In 1642, France and Spain began a historic battle that would change the history of Collioure. In 1659, at the time of the Treaty of the Pyrenees, Collioure became French !
In the 17th century, Vauban built the outer wall, razed the village within the ramparts and designed the glacis (now a car park). In 1939, the château became a prison. Its first occupants were Spanish Republicans who had been exiled.
Visit the Château Royal with a guide
The guide will give you a unique tour experience !
For us, it’s a must if you want to get a fascinating insight into the history of Collioure! Travel between eras, through battles and kingships. Discover Vauban‘s key role in the fortification of the château and the town.
- Guided tours are available every day at 10.30am and 2.30pm (at no extra charge).
The EXPLORA immersive experience !
Discover the brand new immersive room “EXPLORA The Invisible Castle. El castell invisible.”
In this room, step back in time, enter the bowels of the château and discover the hidden, invisible or inaccessible places in the underground galleries!
Discover the history of Collioure over the centuries. A fictionalised story, combining history and the imaginary world of this mysterious monument.
An original creation by:
- Les fées spéciales
- opixido
- id scène
A venue for exhibitions and cultural events !
There’s always something going on at the Château Royal, all year round !
Concerts, dance and theatre performances, the autumn antique fair, temporary exhibitions …
A permanent exhibition on the Retirada is open to visitors all year round.
Key information before coming to Collioure ?
Opening hours of the Château Royal
- Guided tours: 10.30am and 2.30pm
- Closed on 1 January, 1 May, 15 and 16 August, 25 and 31 December.
Prices for the Château Royal
| Pricing | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Adult full rate |
7 € | – |
| Reduced rate |
6 € | – |
| Group rate/adult |
3,50 € | – |
| Students rates |
0 € | – |
- Prices subject to presentation of proof of situation
Further information
- Listed as a historical monument
- Tourism and disability mark: hearing and mental disabilities
- Languages of visits: French, Catalan (visits in foreign languages by prior arrangement)
- Access to the parapet walk is difficult for the elderly (40 cm steps)
- Exhibition on the retirada available all year round
- Cultural mediation tools for children available at the château reception desk
Key information before coming to Collioure
Is the château accessible to all?
Find out all about the accessibility at the Château here.
How to get to Collioure ?
Here you’ll find all the information you need to get to Collioure and around Collioure
What’s the weather like in Collioure ?
Click here to see the weather forecast for Collioure
What are the market days in Collioure?
The Collioure market takes place on Wednesday mornings and Sunday mornings at the Place du Maréchal Leclerc. Find out more about the markets
Is there a page with all the frequently asked questions?
Click here for a list of frequently asked questions.
Can I download the Collioure brochures?
Find all our brochures here
Can I download a map of Collioure?
Find the map of Collioure here
Is there a cultural application for Collioure?
For more information on the Collioure application, click here
